Harm Reduction Support Worker - Liverpool, United Kingdom - SHAP Limited

SHAP Limited

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Liverpool, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Support Worker

Salary (£26,845 pa)

Full Time 37.5 hrs per week

Based in Aigburth, Liverpool

Permanent

The Whitechapel Centre and SHAP Ltd are Liverpool City Region based charities which provide support to people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, and / or have support needs.

We offer help with building confidence, developing independent living skills and supporting people to address substance use or other health and wellbeing issues.

We also help people to access social and community networks, training, education and employment.

The Whitechapel Centre and SHAP Ltd, in partnership with Liverpool City Council, deliver a Harm Reduction Service based within a supported accommodation setting for up to 33 people who have substance misuse and/or mental health issues, some of whom may also have physical health and care needs.

The aim of the service is to increase individuals' sense of confidence, independence and recovery and enable people to make positive changes in their lives.

Support is offered to help service users to access services including education, treatment services and independent / alternative living accommodation if appropriate.

We offer a supportive working environment, good pension and staff benefits.

We do not accept for this post. If you would like an informal discussion regarding this role please contact Andy Lee-McGurk on am-5pm Mon-Fri.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
From £26,845.00 per year

Benefits: